- Initial DACA applications and DACA renewals
- General consultations (e.g. questions about Public Charge)
- Adjustment of status screenings
- Green card applications & renewals
- Applying for Naturalization (Citizenship)
- + other immigration-related inquiries
DREAM Program
The Dream Program provides support to DREAMers (undocumented students) at Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC). Our purpose is to increase the personal growth and development of undocumented students through academic, career, and personal counseling; peer mentoring; assistance with applying for the California Dream Act/Financial Aid and scholarship opportunities; and providing immigration legal services and workshops regarding DACA and other matters relative to this student population.
Office Line: 909-274-5596
Text & Phone Hotline: 909-447-9411
Email: dreamprogram@mtsac.edu
Instagram: @mtsacdream
Why is the California Dream Act important?
- About 25,000 undocumented students graduate high school and 5-10% continue to pursue higher education.
- The Act has made higher education feasible, affordable, and accessible for undocumented students through the provision of financial resources.
- Prospective undocumented students are now eligible to receive state aid along with access to certain programs such as EOPs. These programs provide additional resources such as counseling, bookstore vouchers, and priority registration.
- An undocumented community college student may now be able to receive the Board of Governors Fee Waiver (BOG), which covers tuition at all community colleges, and Cal Grant aid.
- Undocumented students can now apply for public and private scholarships the campus offers.
- When ready to transfer, students are eligible for the transfer entitlement Cal Grant along with CSU and UC grants.
* *Statistics are cited from the Pew Hispanic Center
Our Professional Staff
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Dario Fernandez, Director
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Laura Muniz, Counselor
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Melissa Candell, Program Specialist
Monday - Thursday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 PM; Fridays 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. (909) 274-5596 or 909-447-9411 (Text Hotline)
Equity Center - Building 16E
dreamprogram@mtsac.edu
www.mtsac.edu/dream